Operation Flashpoint: Red River Announced, Will Make You Angry Next Year

We can appreciate what the Operation Flashpoint franchise is trying to do -- create a simulator-like recreation of modern combat

by Sammy Barker Fri 6th Aug 2010

This Dude's Like: "Y'know, In Killzone, They Have Regenerating Health!"

We just can't find any fun in the formula. That's fine, because we hate Starcraft too; but plenty of people love it. Y'know, apples and oranges. Whatever.

Seeing as it's our job, we're going to tell you about Operation Flashpoint: Red River — the latest entry in Codemasters' Flashpoint franchise which is due on PlayStation 3 next year.

The Chinese PLA will remain the main threat in Red River, with the press release noting the game's depiction of "a fictional conflict with contemporary geopolitical themes". Oooh, pretentious.

As far as gameplay goes, Red River will offer four-player drop-in, drop-out online co-op, aswell as additional co-operative modes.

Operation Flashpoint: Red River is being built around four player co-op online play, complete with a strong narrative, new enemies and combat scenarios to deliver gameplay that immerses players in the reality of war like never before. The new setting of Tajikistan is a diverse and exciting backdrop for the wide range of military challenges the US Marines face around the world in real life. Were excited to push the series in new directions while staying true to the core tactical combat that is the hallmark of Operation Flashpoint, said Sion Lenton, Red River's creative director.

Like we already said, it absolutely doesn't sound like our cup of tea. Any of you guys super into the Flashpoint franchise?